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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1910
Page
1
The Louisiana General Assembly is set to convene in a special session. Key issues or agenda items to be determined by legislative leaders and the governor, with anticipated discussions on fiscal matters and potential policy actions.
New Orleans November 15 Governor Sanders issued a brief statement denying a Times-Democrat report and outlining two key points he plans an extra legislative session around November 21 to address sewerage bond legislation and to have the legislature elect a senator to fill McEnerys term, with Judge Thornton the governor hopes to see chosen.
A quotation highlights widespread laxity toward law among the people, despite ongoing concerns and public demonstrations. The remark underscores tension between enforcement and societal behavior in the community.
Preston Gibson son of the late Senator Gibson of Louisiana and noted dramatist is seriously ill at his Washington home. Dr. M F Cuthbert says he suffers a nervous breakdown and may be confined to bed for some time. Gibson was brought from New York by special train to be with family as rehearsals for his new play Drifting continue. He hopes to return to New York soon to supervise the production’s premier.
Natchez Miss November 15 The state livestock sanitary board decree limits cattle shipments into tick war counties after veterinary direction. Dr Hartman federal inspector praises cooperation as private dips rise and real estate investors seek grazing lands. Louisiana planters plan to market large herds after testing dips as tick issue abates.
Peter Lillison, who sent a threatening demand for 5000 dollars to John D. Rockefeller, is held in 1000 dollars bail for the Grand Jury. He says he wrote the letter because he had no home and sought arrest to gain shelter.
Judge Samuel Browne of the Thirteenth Judicial District ordered Bay Minette court sessions opened with prayer and said juries and officials need more than an oath to ensure duty. He noted Mobile’s scene as not a Sodom or ...
Tunica Mississippi November 15 The Sadie Lee of the Lee Line sank near the river bank after striking a snag in six feet of water while approaching O K landing. Few passengers were aboard and were rescued without injury. Loss mainly hull damage. refloating expected within hours due to very low river stage.
A bold real estate pitch invites sellers to list property with McMillan promising no charge unless a sale occurs. The terse notice emphasizes a no-risk approach, aiming to attract homeowners seeking commission-free trials and quick market exposure.
An alarming report states that three hundred armed Mexicans crossed the border, triggering security concerns and calls for inspection. Authorities investigate the incident, with officials urging calm while assessing potential threats and responses.
A jury returned a technical verdict acquitting Robin Cooper in the Cooper Car Mack case. Details in the courtroom noted no further charges or pending actions against Cooper.
Reports from Rock Springs Texas say armed cowboys and ranchmen gather as word spreads of a three hundred strong Mexican band crossing the border. Governor Campbell orders rangers to a nearby outpost. some doubt the attack claim but fear runs high. In Nashville, Robin J. Cooper is acquitted of former Senator Carmack's murder after Attorney General Anderson recommends mercy and the judge directs a verdict of not guilty.
Observation of army centers in France and Germany led Rogers to predict Japan would provoke the United States before the Panama Canal opens. He cites military opinion abroad, fearing the United States could be badly beaten in such a clash, noting Europeans and Japanese respect the navy but mock the army.
Nelse Lamb, a white farmer, was shot and killed at his home seven miles north of Clarendon Arkansas by his son in law Alfred Barrett during a quarrel over coon hides. Barrett says Lamb advanced with a knife and he shot to defend himself. Lamb fell dead from a close range shotgun blast.
A 110 ton locomotive was hauled a short distance by an E M F 30 automobile near Los Angeles in a record breaking per cent test. Harry A Lord of Lord Motor Car Co Los Angeles drove the car while workers added ballast to the tonneau. The event drew Salt Lake roundhouse workers and Los Angeles motorists who watched the locomotive No 479 on the Salt Lake road be the first to be pulled by a motor car in history.
San Antonio dispatch dated November 15 states there is no truth to rumors that armed Mexicans are marching on Rock Springs. The brief note denies the claim and offers no further details.
New York Nov 15 H H Rogers son of the late Standard Oil financier returned from a long trip and warned hostilities would be provoked. He voiced concerns over tensions affecting international relations and emphasized the risk of escalating confrontations.
United States Department of Justice plans a great coup. Details are scant in the fragment, but the phrase suggests a bold government action. The text mentions no specific date or location.
Edward Peterson died after drinking beer taken from Otto Kunze's cellar with neighbor boy Edward Lindstrom. The beer is suspected poisoned with strychnine to catch thieves. Lindstrom recovered and described the incident. Peterson died as they sought help. Medical exam will determine cause of death.
President Taft, arriving at Colon from the Tennessee, spends first day with Lieut. Col. Goethals reviewing canal progress and landslide concerns at Culebra cut. He plans a brief stay, then departs Thursday for the United States after a tour schedule including Gatun and a visit with President Arosemena.
Governor Crothers United States Senator Rayner and others have agreed at the Sun’s request to form a committee to urge a national conference of leading conservative Democrats from across the country. The group aims to organize a January 1911 meeting in Baltimore to craft a national policy and campaign plan for the Democratic Party.
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